Water System Report NC

Stanfield #1-biglick Rd

EPA ID: NC2084006 · 302 people served · 1 ZIP code

Unlike many utilities its size, Stanfield #1-biglick Rd carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 302 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

302
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$267K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Stanfield #1-biglick Rd Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$75,483
Median Household Income
6,158
Service Area Population
31%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
46%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Stanfield #1-biglick Rd serves a community with a median household income of $75,483 and an estimated 6,158 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 31% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Stanfield #1-biglick Rd's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Stanly County, North Carolina rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 64% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: HFPO-DA: 0.01 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Stanfield #1-biglick Rd (EPA ID: NC2084006) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 302 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 28163 in Stanfield.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Stanfield #1-biglick Rd (NC2084006) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stanfield #1-biglick Rd water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Stanfield #1-biglick Rd has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Stanfield #1-biglick Rd serve?

Stanfield #1-biglick Rd serves approximately 302 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.

Where does Stanfield #1-biglick Rd get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
130
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Reporting compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 2E.
Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.
Population served: 302
Reported to North Carolina

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Stanfield #1-biglick Rd meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Stanfield #1-biglick Rd serve?
Stanfield #1-biglick Rd serves approximately 302 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Stanfield #1-biglick Rd's water source?
Stanfield #1-biglick Rd draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Stanfield #1-biglick Rd's service area?
The Stanfield #1-biglick Rd service area has a median household income of $75,483. EPA EJScreen data classifies 31% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Stanfield #1-biglick Rd get its water?
Stanfield #1-biglick Rd's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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